1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1984 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1984 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1984 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1984 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1000 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
